Monthly Archives: August 2016

Team – the Legendary Vince Dooley will be signing his Penley book at the Onward Reserve store in Buckhead this Friday from 4-6PM. To top it off, the Varsity will be on hand to quench that college football pallet. Onward Reserve is located at 3072 Early Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 See you there!

Always looking to expand the wardrobe, I’ve had my eye on this unique jacket ever since I saw these images of Bill Cunningham (RIP) back in 2013: Image: GQ Not quite a blazer, but still a simple piece of outerwear, this is a “Chore Coat”. And it’s a utility coat for the masses. The chore…

It’s been a while, and it’s time to back on the giveaway train. We are starting off with a home run from our DC friends Read Wall. These guys are redefining custom work at their DC showroom as well as online. They make insanely cool sport coats and suits, they have a trouser section, and…

Last night Mrs. RCS and I attended the Allyn Scura party at Sid Mashburn. We loaded up…more on that later. Lots of Fall stuff is filling the racks at Sids, including some flannel shirts. There is one that caught my eye when it hit their website: Now, I don’t know about you, but flannel is…

Have you seen this beauty? Filson just released a line of weatherproof bags that are made out of a very sturdy leather: The medium duffle bag’s size has changed to a more travel-friendly overhead size, but it is still one of the bigger leather duffles on the market. From my 2D perspective, I love it….

Mrs. RCS and I have been seriously intrigued with fly fishing for quite some time. There is something about the solitude and the commune with nature that appeals to both of us, as well as the hunt. The idea of landing a trout, and eventually a bonefish on a fly is one that we are…

My wife and I took the 101 class at the Avalon store back at the end of June. They did a great job of making it fun and informative. Trying to make some time on the calendar for the 201 class.ReplyCancel

Randy08/24/2016 - 12:08 PM

I started fly fishing in earnest when I moved to Colorado about 15 years ago and one of my first stops was the Orvis 101 class.

I agree wholeheartedly that these classes are a great resource and are taught by people who come with a wealth of knowledge on local opportunities to catch fish and a real world background in what works.

Just like any other hobby, fly fishing can be as simple or as complicated as you choose to make it and from my experience these classes offer a good demystification of the sport.

Good luck RCS, hope to see some good trip reports on this blog in the near future.ReplyCancel

DH08/24/2016 - 12:23 PM

Just started fly fishing around WNC this summer after an Orvis FF101 class at the Charlotte store in May. It didn’t take long to get completely hooked. I have to agree that the class is the perfect way to get to know the sport and begin your journey.

RCS, make sure to do the 201 class, which should put you on some body of water, and the definitely the 301, which is essentially a discounted guided trip. Had a great time back in July on a 301 trip in Tennessee.ReplyCancel

Landy08/24/2016 - 12:52 PM

Even with instruction it can be frustrating if the bite isn’t on when just starting out with a fly rod. Regardless if you’re bringing fish to hand on a given day use each opportunity on the water to develop your craft – casting, placement and presentation.

North Georgia and WNC offer a much better variety of water and significantly less fishing pressure than the Hooch, which is one of my least favorite fisheriesReplyCancel

Matt08/24/2016 - 6:41 PM

Great article and spot on. GF and I took the 101 class earlier this summer in preparation for a trip on the Snake River in the Tetons. Great refresher for myself who grew up fishing East Tennessee and excellent lesson for my GF who has never fished before. We were ready to fish immediately once we hit the river in Wyoming. While I caught 3 10 inchers, she took the day with a 16″ cutthroat. I’m hooked and she is looking forward to Montana next summer. Couldn’t have higher praise for Aaron, Bob, and Matt at Orvis, they’re fantastic.

The fine folks at Miller Brother’s are celebrating the college football kickoff with a pig roast and tailgate party at their place on September 3rd from 12-3PM. Come on down and grab a bite before you head down to the Dome for the UGA vs. North Carolina game. See you there! Miller Brother’s 3207 Paces…